Job Description
Description
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Mindrift is looking for highly skilled Senior Python Data Scraping Engineers to join the Tendem project and drive specialized data scraping workflows within our hybrid AI + human system.
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In this role, as an AI Pilot – that's how we refer to this role at Mindrift – you'll collaborate with Tendem Agents that handle repetitive tasks, while you provide critical thinking, domain expertise, and quality control to deliver accurate and actionable results.
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This part-time remote opportunity is ideal for technical professionals with hands-on experience in web scraping, data extraction and processing.
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What We Do
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The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe.
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This is a freelance role for a Tendem project. As a
Senior Python Data Scraping Engineer
, you'll handle data scraping tasks requiring technical precision for web extraction and processing, utilizing various tools such as our provided Apify and OpenRouter alongside your own resourceful approaches.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Own end-to-end data extraction workflows across complex websites, ensuring complete coverage, accuracy, and reliable delivery of structured datasets.
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Leverage internal tools (Apify, OpenRouter) alongside custom workflows to accelerate data collection, validation, and task execution while meeting defined requirements.
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Ensure reliable extraction from dynamic and interactive web sources,



adapting approaches as needed to handle JavaScript-rendered content and changing site behavior.
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Enforce data quality standards through validation checks, cross-source consistency controls, adherence to formatting specifications, and systematic verification prior to delivery.
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Scale scraping operations for large datasets using efficient batching or parallelization, monitor failures, and maintain stability against minor site structure changes.
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Requirements:
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At least 5+ years of relevant experience in data engineering, web scraping, automation, or software development (required).
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Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related technical fields is a plus.
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Candidates should have a strong technical foundation and practical experience with scripting, automation, and AI-assisted workflows. We are looking for specialists who can solve non-trivial problems, work confidently with LLMs, and systematically collect, structure, and validate data from diverse sources. A methodical, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work independently are essential.
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Strong experience in Python web scraping (BeautifulSoup, Selenium or similar),



including energetic content (JS, AJAX, infinite scroll) and APIs via proxies
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Proven ability to extract data from complex structures (hierarchies, archived pages, inconsistent HTML)
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Solid background in data cleaning, normalization, and validation, delivering structured datasets (CSV, JSON, Google Sheets)
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Demonstrated experience handling anti-bot mechanisms and dynamic site structures at scale
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Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS or equivalent) and containerization (Docker) as part of real workflows
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Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks (LangChain, OpenRouter, or similar) applied to automation tasks
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
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Self-directed work ethic with ability to troubleshoot independently
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A link to GitHub is a plus
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English proficiency: Upper-intermediate (B2) or above (required)
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Project time expectations
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For this project, tasks are estimated to require around ***** hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.
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Compensation
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On this project, contributors can earn up to
$45 per hour equivalent
, depending on their level and pace of contribution.
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Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.

📌 Senior Python Data Scraping Engineer (Freelance) (Queensland)
🏢 Mindrift
📍 Queensland